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Find the prime factorization of number 222.

Answer

The prime factorization of 222 is:

$$ 222 = 2\cdot3\cdot37 $$

Explanation

Prime factorization can be nicely visualized by creating a factorization tree.

222 can be written as 2 × 111.
  • 222
    • 2
    • 111
111 can be written as 3 × 37.
  • 222
    • 2
    • 111
      • 37
      • 3
The end nodes are the prime factors of the number 222.
  • 222
    • 2
    • 111
      • 37
      • 3
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